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Posted December 26, 2009

I myself am a student-scholars currently attending the scholars' academy. I find it to be a very educational and helps those who strive for stronger educations and opportunities.
—Submitted by a student


Posted October 28, 2009

I am a stdent in 7th grade and this school is fantastic.it has everything from sports of all kind to a spectacular cirriculum.the teachers are all great and it is super safe.although tha school is fairly new our beloved principal mr.o'conell along with his wonderful staff have made this school a wonderful place to be.I would most definatly reccomend this school to any incoming sixth graders. -skylynn 7th grader
—Submitted by a student


Posted October 25, 2009

Scholars' Academy is a great middle school and high school. I started this school from 6th grade and I am currently in the 8th grade. The teachers conference alot to keep you up to date on what your strengths and weakness's are and how you can improve. There is alot of extracurricular activities, the parents are very involved in the school and the school safety agents make it very safe at Scholars'.
—Submitted by a student


Posted October 5, 2009

I am honored to now have my daughter attend Scholars-she is currently a 6th grader and like her brother before her, loves the school. Everyone is great from the office to the teachers, to the principal. One welcomed change is corresponding with parents via email-I love it.
—Submitted by Carmen Arjoon, a parent


Posted September 27, 2009

It's a great school with lots of diversity and culture. However, sometimes it can feel like you have been enlisted in the army. But for the most part its good.
—Submitted by a student


Posted August 23, 2009

The teachers are very kind to me and help me where they think Im lacking. Also, they help willingly. Overall, I reccomend this school to children who have a high work ethic and think out a situation thoroughly. Our principal is a great; he helps with clubs and occasionally steps into our group dissucsions. I would highly reccomend this school to young scholars. :)
—Submitted by a student


Posted July 12, 2009

This is a great school with excellent averages, nice teachers and great oportunities. u cant take cell phones but that is for your own saftey. some times it feels like they are working you to the bone, but it is well worth it.
—Submitted by a student


Posted June 18, 2009

The School is ok. The teachers could be better but overall its a good school
—Submitted by a student


Posted May 23, 2009

the quality of the education of this school is great, and the teachers are great. the only bad thing about this school is that the students do not respect the teachers, and students do not respect eachother
—Submitted by a student


Posted April 29, 2009

This school was the best school that i have ever been to. It has the best education a child could get. My daughter started going this year and she thinks that this school is so much better then her other school. I am very satisfied with this school and its teachers!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 23, 2009

I am a substitute teacher and have enjoyed the atmosphere at Scholar's Academy. The students are very enthusiastic and willing to learn which certainly makes my job easier. Just a great pleasure for me every time I get called to teach there.
—Submitted by a teacher


Posted March 31, 2009

This school is the best kept secret. I am a graduating 8th grader and couldn't be happier with the education I received. I aced the tachs test making it in to every catholic school I applied to along with the nyc specialized high schools. I am staying at scholars for I know that by doing so I will achieve greatness. Scholars is destined to be the #1 high school around. Nick
—Submitted by a student


Posted March 28, 2009

I think this school is a fine school. The school keeps the parents involved and up to date. i attend this school and the teachers are friendly and helpful. the teachers are teachers you can go to if you have a problem and will be glad to help. i love this school. it is academically high in the charts. i also love how the teachers are expirenced and love students
—Submitted by a student


Posted March 7, 2009

I am a 6th grader who attends The Scholars' Academy. I love all the teachers there and am very happy to be a part of the violin club with Ms. Copin. I also love how every marking period for the extended day period my class and I get a new foreign language to learn. So far, I learned how to speak chinese, latin, and I learned how to do sign language. I am presently learning spanish.The principle, staff, and all the teachers are very supportive and intelligent. I am proud to be a part of the Scholars Academy family.
—Submitted by a student


Posted March 6, 2009

I go to Scholars academy and it is one of the best schools ever! With great sports and Clubs!
—Submitted by a student


Posted January 23, 2009

I currently attend this school, and think it is awesome. I am on the girls basketball team, which they had for the first time this year! I love every teacher even if i am not in thier Cohort. I rate this school and environment an Excellent!
—Submitted by a student


Posted January 23, 2009

I am student at this school, and if I had the choice to go here again, i would take it in a heartbeat. This wonderful school is filled with many sports, clubs, extra help, and activites to allow each and every student to participate if they wanted to. Your child will have a wonderful learning experience at this school.
—Submitted by a student


Posted October 28, 2008

This is an update from what I posted last year. The school has greatly improved its communication with parents via frequent e-mail distributions and updates. I still highly rate this school and encourage parents of sixth graders to aim for Scholars' Academy. What it has to offer is unique in the city; I understand it has also caught the eye of the education community as a rising star in the NYC Dept. of Education. That attention has been well earned!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 27, 2008

This school is amazing. My daughter has been going here for 3 years, and this is her graduating year. She is so sad to be leaving such a wonderful school. =]
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 29, 2008

Scholars Academy is everything they promise to be. I only wish more kids had this opportunity.
—Submitted by a parent


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 55% in 2012.

253 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
99%

2011

 
 
99%
Math

The state average for Math was 66% in 2012.

253 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
97%

2011

 
 
99%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New York used the New York State Assessments to test students in grades 3 through 8 in English language arts and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The results for English language arts and math are displayed on GreatSchools profiles and the science results will be added when they are released in the Fall of 2013. The tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New York. The goal is for 90% of students to meet or exceed grade-level standards on the tests.

See New York's state standards

Source: New York State Education Department

English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 53% in 2012.

194 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
97%

2011

 
 
97%
Math

The state average for Math was 65% in 2012.

194 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
100%

2011

 
 
100%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New York used the New York State Assessments to test students in grades 3 through 8 in English language arts and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The results for English language arts and math are displayed on GreatSchools profiles and the science results will be added when they are released in the Fall of 2013. The tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New York. The goal is for 90% of students to meet or exceed grade-level standards on the tests.

See New York's state standards

Source: New York State Education Department

English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 47% in 2012.

193 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
96%

2011

 
 
95%
Math

The state average for Math was 62% in 2012.

193 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
99%

2011

 
 
99%
Science

The state average for Science was 69% in 2011.

184 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
99%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New York used the New York State Assessments to test students in grades 3 through 8 in English language arts and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The results for English language arts and math are displayed on GreatSchools profiles and the science results will be added when they are released in the Fall of 2013. The tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New York. The goal is for 90% of students to meet or exceed grade-level standards on the tests.

See New York's state standards

Source: New York State Education Department

Algebra 2/Trigonometry

The state average for Algebra 2/Trigonometry was 64% in 2011.

113 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
91%
Chemistry

The state average for Chemistry was 78% in 2011.

89 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
89%
Earth Science

The state average for Earth Science was 72% in 2011.

186 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
97%
English

The state average for English was 85% in 2011.

116 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
98%
French

The state average for French was 95% in 2011.

2011

 
 
n/a
Geometry

The state average for Geometry was 75% in 2011.

135 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
92%
Global History and Geography

The state average for Global History and Geography was 70% in 2011.

103 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
99%
Integrated Algebra

The state average for Integrated Algebra was 73% in 2011.

190 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
97%
Italian

The state average for Italian was 98% in 2011.

2011

 
 
n/a
Living Environment

The state average for Living Environment was 81% in 2011.

260 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
100%
Physics

The state average for Physics was 79% in 2011.

83 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
87%
Spanish

The state average for Spanish was 94% in 2011.

91 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
92%
U.S. History and Government

The state average for U.S. History and Government was 80% in 2011.

115 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
98%
Scale: % passing

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New York used the New York State Regents Examinations to test high school students in English, math, global history and geography, US history and government, living environment, chemistry, Earth science and physics. Students must take at least five Regents Exams in order to graduate. Scores of 65 and above are passing; scores of 55 and above earn credit toward a local diploma (with the approval of the local board of education). The goal is for all students to pass the tests.

See New York's state standards

Source: New York State Education Department

Algebra 2/Trigonometry

All Students91%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
General population91%

Chemistry

All Students89%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
General population89%

Earth Science

All Students97%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
General population97%

English

All Students98%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
General population98%

French

All Studentsn/a
Students with disabilitiesn/a
General populationn/a

Geometry

All Students92%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
General population92%

Global History and Geography

All Students99%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
General population99%

Integrated Algebra

All Students97%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
General population97%

Italian

All Studentsn/a
Students with disabilitiesn/a
General populationn/a

Living Environment

All Students100%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
General populationn/a

Physics

All Students87%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
General population87%

Spanish

All Students92%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
General population92%

U.S. History and Government

All Students98%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
General population98%
Scale: % passing

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New York used the New York State Regents Examinations to test high school students in English, math, global history and geography, US history and government, living environment, chemistry, Earth science and physics. Students must take at least five Regents Exams in order to graduate. Scores of 65 and above are passing; scores of 55 and above earn credit toward a local diploma (with the approval of the local board of education). The goal is for all students to pass the tests.

The different student groups are identified by the New York Department of Education. If there are fewer than 5 students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See New York's state standards

Source: New York State Education Department

In 2009-2010, this school was given a grade of "A" for the middle school level.

About the tests


Progress Report Grades measure the school's contribution to student learning in three areas: School Environment, Student Performance and Student Progress. Schools can receive additional credit for achieving exemplary performance progress among high-needs students. Progress Report Grades range from A to F.

See New York's state standards

Source: New York City Department of Education

Breaking down the GreatSchools Rating

GreatSchools Ratings are based on the most recent standardized test results for schools. Use the breakdown ratings below to compare types of students at this school. Learn more »


Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 46% 49%
Asian 20% 8%
Black 20% 19%
Hispanic 13% 22%
American Indian/Alaska Native 1% 1%
Hawaiian Native/Pacific Islander 0% 0%
Two or more races 0% 1%
Source: NCES, 2010-2011

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 147%N/A48%
Limited English proficient 20%N/A7%
Source: 1 NCES, 2010-2011
Source: 2 NYSED, 2007-2008

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 21N/A13
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Teacher experience

  This school District averageState average
Fewer than 3 years experience 35%N/A10%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008

Teacher education levels

  This school District averageState average
Master's degree and above 12%N/A33%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008

Teacher credentials

  This school District averageState average
Teachers with no valid teaching certificate 0%N/A5%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008

School basics

School Leader's name
  • Brian O'Connell

Resources

Extra learning resources offered
  • Title I Schoolwide program (SWP)
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